Description

KyrgyzTrout offers guided trout fishing trips on wild mountain rivers in the Tien Shan range, Kyrgyzstan. Your guide is Azamat - a lifelong angler who has fished these rivers for decades and makes his own handmade balsa lures under the name ZBS Craft. Target species: Sevan trout (Salmo ischchan), Amu-Darya brown trout (Salmo trutta oxianus), and wild rainbow trout in gin-clear glacial water at 2,000–3,000 meters elevation. All methods welcome - fly fishing, spinning, ultralight. Small groups, maximum 4 anglers. Season: mid-July through early October. Visa-free for US, UK, EU citizens.

What to Expect

Wild mountain river fishing in the Tien Shan at 2,000–3,000m elevation. Target species include Sevan trout, Amu-Darya brown trout, and wild rainbow trout in gin-clear glacial water. Small groups only, maximum 4 anglers. Transport from Bishkek included.

Gear & Equipment

Ultralight spinning rods and handmade balsa lures provided on request. Clients are welcome to bring their own gear. Waders available on request.

Pricing Details

Day trip: $150/person. 3-day expedition: $800/person. 7-day expedition: $2,200/person. All prices include transport from Bishkek, guide, and meals. Maximum 4 anglers per group.

Terms & Conditions

30% deposit required to confirm booking. Balance due 7 days before trip. Cancellations 14+ days before: full refund. Cancellations within 14 days: deposit non-refundable. In case of extreme weather or unsafe river conditions, trip will be rescheduled or fully refunded. Payment via bank transfer, cash (USD/EUR), or crypto.

Physical Requirements

Moderate fitness required. Trips involve walking along riverbanks and wading in moving water. Terrain is uneven and sometimes rocky. No extreme hiking required for day trips.

Permit & Tag Application Process

Fishing permits for foreign visitors are handled by the guide. No action required from the client prior to the trip.

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